
The GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) for Mechanical Engineering is a highly competitive exam that assesses candidates' understanding of fundamental engineering concepts. It is essential for postgraduate admissions (M.Tech/ME/Ph.D.) and recruitment in PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings) like IOCL, BHEL, ONGC, and NTPC.
GATE Mechanical Engineering Exam Pattern
- Total Marks: 100
- Total Questions: 65
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Question Types: MCQs, MSQs, NAT (Numerical Answer Type)
- Sections:
- General Aptitude (15 marks) – Verbal and Numerical Ability
- Engineering Mathematics (13-15 marks) – Linear Algebra, Calculus, Differential Equations, Probability
- Core Mechanical Engineering Subjects (70+ marks)
Core Subjects Covered in GATE ME
- Thermodynamics & Applications – Laws, Entropy, Power Cycles, Refrigeration
- Fluid Mechanics & Machinery – Bernoulli’s Equation, Flow through Pipes, Pumps, Turbines
- Heat Transfer – Conduction, Convection, Radiation, Heat Exchangers
- Strength of Materials – Stress, Strain, Bending, Torsion, Beams, Columns
- Theory of Machines & Vibrations – Kinematics, Dynamics, Gears, Governors, Balancing
- Manufacturing & Materials – Casting, Welding, Machining, Metal Forming, Additive Manufacturing
- Industrial Engineering – Operations Research, Inventory, Scheduling, Quality Control
- Engineering Mechanics – Forces, Equilibrium, Friction, Dynamics
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